Description
Creamy mushroom chicken pasta weaves Italian culinary magic through rich, hearty ingredients. Savory herbs and tender chicken meld with silky sauce, inviting you to savor each comforting forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Pasta:
- 300 grams (10 ounces) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
Sauce Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8 ounces) mushrooms (button or cremini, sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Boil pasta in generously salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve.
- Sprinkle chicken with seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Sear chicken until golden and completely cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until they develop a rich, caramelized texture. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Introduce chicken broth, heavy cream, and thyme to the pan. Whisk ingredients together and simmer for 4-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken naturally.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and creating a smooth, creamy consistency. Reintroduce cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Gently fold pasta into the sauce, ensuring each strand is evenly coated with the luxurious mushroom cream sauce.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish. Serve immediately while hot, presenting a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Choose whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising flavor.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure better browning and create a deliciously crispy exterior.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and customize the dish’s seasoning.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly for even cooking and a consistent texture throughout the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 538 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 456 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg